Those who want to improve their English can get a great head-start on that goal by watching movies with English subtitles. Some of these are available for free online, while others must be purchased or rented to watch. Using the subtitle feature on any of these films can help you become more proficient in the English language.

If you absolutely can’t pay to purchase or rent the movie, there are options that can allow you to get the movies for free. Here is a list of websites that can help:

10 Best Websites to Watch Movies for Free

Part 1: 5 Great Movies with English Subtitles

These 5 great movies with English subtitles are ordered by their release year.

1

Forrest Gump (1994)

This movie follows the adventures of Forrest, a man who happens to be present at some of the most important moments in history. He falls in love with Jenny, a woman who adores him despite his lower-than-average intelligence. This film has the added bonus of introducing viewers to many historical events. Keep in mind that viewers must sign up for Netflix, but that many movies there are free.

Watch the movie here:

http://netflixhd.com/film/play.php?movie=0109830

2

Wise Girls (2002)

This film is based in New York City. It focuses on a waitress who soon realizes that her job at an Italian restaurant involves more than just food; she is now involved in the world of drug dealing and murder. Stars of the film include Mira Sorvino and hit-making singer Mariah Carey.

Watch the movie here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EtrscWTsKX4

3

Finding Nemo (2003)

A timid clownfish suffers a devastating loss, and his only consolation is his son, Nemo. But when Nemo is taken away to Sydney, his father must embark on an odyssey to find his son—an odyssey that changes him from a meek, timid fish to a brave one. This is another site that is free, but requires sign-up.

Watch the movie here:

http://go.ninetin19.com/_.php?tt=0266543

4

3 Idiots (2009)

Starring Madhavan, Aamir Khan and Abhijit Joshi, this film is about two young men who set out on a journey to find their long-lost friend. Their friend was the one who inspired them to think differently and act bravely, even as the rest of the world saw them as mere idiots.

Watch the movie here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjAHl4Iv3NE

5

Elles (2011)

Starring Juliette Binoche, this film is about a woman who is a journalist for Elle magazine. While on assignment, she discovers something sinister: a prostitution ring run by university students. In order to get the story, she becomes immersed in the ring.

Watch the movie here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YoNqFtznpqo

Part 2: Know How to Learn English Through Movies

1

Prepare a notebook to use when you watch the movies. Take notes as you watch.

2

Choose the movies you want to watch, then watch them all the way through in your own mother language, so you can understand the content.

3

Watch it a second time with English subtitles. Pay attention to the pronunciation, as this will teach you the proper way to say the words.

4

Watch it a third time without subtitles of any kind. Now watch the characters, including their emotions and attitudes.